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Hiking in Northern California L.E.A.D. 2018 William “Bill” Dailey, Troop 21, Scott Kubik, Bruce Mcgurk Hiking in Northern California L.E.A.D. 2018 William “Bill” Dailey, Troop 21, Scott Kubik, Bruce McGurk In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks. ~ John Muir, 1913 Hiking Merit Badge – 1921 Course Objectives: Today, we will discuss. I. Hydration, essential items for hiking and basic hiking safety II. Estimating how long a hike will take III. Local council hiking programs including: Trail Trekkers, Highlander, and Rim Rovers IV. Historical hikes and the BSA Historic Trails Award. V. As many other hiking trails and hiking areas as time will allow. Although the goal of your hiking program can be just to “get out and hike,” hikes can incorporate map and compass skills, Leave No Trace principles, nature identification, and education of an area’s historical significance. A formal unit hiking program puts emphasis on Scouting’s fundamental nature of being outdoors, cooperation, health and fitness, perseverance, and a positive attitude. Today, we will be focusing primarily on two local councils, Mount Diablo Silverado Council (MDSC) and the San Francisco Bay Area Council (SFBAC) and the established hiking programs they have. Both councils use a patch system used for recognition of completion of each hike with a large base patch earned after the first hike and then smaller rocker patches for each individual hike completed. Patches are worn on the red Cub Scout vest and/or jacket (i.e., not on the Class A uniform), and on the sash for Scouts. Remember, that earning of a patch should not be the reason for completing a hike; rather, the patch should be a reminder of a Scouting event, hopefully fun. Mount Diablo Silverado Council San Francisco Bay Area Council http://www.mdscbsa.org/ http://www.sfbac.org 800 Ellinwood Way, Pleasant Hill, CA 94597 1001 Davis St, San Leandro 94577 (925) 674-6100 (510)633-2005, (510)633-1795 fax M-F: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm M-F: 9:00-6:00 Sat: 9:00-4:30 Hydration During HOT weather, you sweat up to 1 quart of fluid for every hour you walk. Even a mild level of dehydration can make hiking a lot less fun. Your body can only absorb so much water at a time. Do not wait until you are feeling thirsty to start replacing fluids and electrolytes. By the time you feel thirsty, you are already dehydrated. Courtesy Please instruct your Scouts on the need to observe and obey the regulations that are in effect in National, State, and Regional Parks. On some trips you will be given the courtesy of passing across private property. Please repay these people's trust by keeping the area free of litter, respecting their property, and leaving the gates as you find them (generally closed). Clean up and pack out any litter you may come upon. Perpetuate the good turn ideal. You will probably eat your lunch at or near the summit; be sure all bags, cans, etc., are packed out with you – LEAVE NO TRACE. Essentials for Hiking Basic Hiking Safety: • DON’T GET LOST! Plan ahead; know where you’re going. • Bring of water, 1 pint of water for each hour of hiking. Never drink untreated water. • Bring a trail map with you and stick to the established trail -TREAD LIGHTLY. • Choose a trail which is appropriate for the length of time you have. • Always tell someone where you are going and when you will return. • Never hike alone or at night; always use the buddy system. • Practice Leave No Trace and follow the Outdoor Code (Be clean in my outdoor manners, be careful with fire, be considerate in the outdoors, be conservation minded). • Dress properly for the weather and environment. • Keep your feet dry - wet feet become irritated and uncomfortable. • Wear sun and insect protection. • Avoid hiking along roadways. • Be alert to your surroundings: animals, insects, and plants. • IF YOU GET LOST, stay where you are and move into the open. Estimating how long a hike will take: Your average hiking speed will vary according to your conditioning and hiking experience. Besides personal differences, different trails will have a huge impact on your hiking speed. Some trails are at a higher elevation, which decreases the amount of oxygen replenishing your muscles. Sand or gravel can make hiking more difficult as well. Some hikes are more rugged, and while they may not go very high in elevation, you may constantly be climbing or descending small hills along the way. With all these considered: Most hikers will average about 2-3 miles per hour Use this average to calculate your estimated time. Trail Trekkers - SFBC This program offers a series of hikes which range in demand from all levels of hikers including Cub Scouts (6-11 years) and their families, to more physically demanding, and more appropriate for Webelos-age Cubs and Scouts. Coyote Hills – Coyote Hills Regional Park, Fremont http://www.ebparks.org/parks/coyote_hills http://www.bsapack163.org/events/trail-trekker/coyote-hills/ Flag Hill – Sunol Regional Wilderness, Sunol http://www.ebparks.org/parks/sunol.htm http://www.bsapack163.org/events/trail-trekker/flag-hill/ Hoot Owl – Sycamore Grove Regional Park, Livermore http://www.larpd.dst.ca.us/open_space/hoot.html http://www.bsapack163.org/events/trail-trekker/hoot-owl/ Little Yosemite – Sunol Regional Wilderness, Sunol http://www.ebparks.org/parks/sunol http://www.bsapack163.org/events/trail-trekker/little-yosemite/ Redwood Creek – Redwood Regional Park, Oakland http://www.ebparks.org/parks/redwood http://www.bsapack163.org/events/trail-trekker/redwood-creek/ Rodeo Lagoon – Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Marin http://www.nps.gov/goga/index.htm http://www.bsapack163.org/events/trail-trekker/rodeo-lagoon/ Sycamore Grove - Sycamore Grove Regional Park, Livermore http://www.larpd.dst.ca.us/open_space/sycamore.html http://www.bsapack163.org/events/trail-trekker/sycamore-grove/ Wildcat Peak - Tilden Nature Study Area, Tilden Regional Park, Berkeley http://www.bsapack163.org/events/trail-trekker/wildcat-peak/ Special thanks to Pack 163 from Fremont CA for such a great website and hiking information. Presidio Historic Trail SFBC San Francisco Bay Area Council established the Presidio Historic Trail Program over four decades ago. The Boy Scout Historic Trail Program was first established when Scouting had an official campsite on Rob Hill, with the distinctive round Trail Award featuring the Spanish Captain in helmet. The shorter Cub Scout Trail day hike was established with its own patch featuring the view of the Golden Gate Bridge in the early 1980’s. Cub Scout Historic Trail (approximately 3.5 miles) Begin at Presidio Museum (originally an Army Hospital), and proceed southwest on Funston Avenue. Turn right and head northwest on Moraga Avenue, passing the Officers Club. Turn right at the Flag Pole, observing the old cannons and the original Spanish Presidio Fort. Visit the Visitors Center on the Main Parade Ground (restrooms and interesting exhibits here). Turn left on Sheridan Avenue; proceed west to Lincoln Blvd. Stop at San Francisco National Cemetery for prayer or meditation and acknowledgement of deceased veterans serving to our country. Continue west on Lincoln Blvd.; turn right on Crissy Field Avenue. Continue west on Crissy Field Avenue, underneath Doyle Drive Freeway, until it rejoins Lincoln Blvd. Continue north on Lincoln Blvd., and then turn right to hike north on Long Avenue and Marine Drive following the bay coast into Fort Point National Historic Site. After visiting Fort Point (interesting exhibits and films here, and great views underneath the Golden Gate Bridge), hike south up to the Golden Gate Bridge Visitors Center. Continue west, then southwest on Coastal Trail past the old cannon batteries on the western side of the Presidio. Hike south until you reach Battery Chamberlain, where Cub Scout pack members may be picked up by automobile at this point Boy Scout hike continues as described below: Boy Scout Historic Trail (approximately 8 miles) includes first half of hike listed above Return from Battery Chamberlain hiking north on Coastal Trail to Lincoln Blvd. Cross over Lincoln Blvd. and see West Coast World War II memorial. Continue north until trail on right enters Fort Winfield Scott. Continue to the right on Ralston Avenue, with the option of entering Fort Winfield Scott fields, then continue north on Ralston Avenue as it loops around Fort Winfield Scott. Turn left on Storey Avenue, then turn right and continue northeast on Lincoln Avenue. After going underneath U.S. 101 on Lincoln Avenue, turn left to hike toward Golden Gate Bridge Visitor Center. After stopping for restrooms and Visitor Center, hike 2.2 miles across Golden Gate Bridge. Troop may be picked up by automobile at Marin County Vista Point at the north end of the bridge (eastern side of U.S. 101 freeway, free direction for automobiles traveling from San Francisco into Marin County). Highlander MDSC Started in 2003, the Mt. Diablo Silverado Council's Highlander program encourages youth in Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts and Venturing to experience the outdoor wonders that exist within the Mt. Diablo Silverado Council. Anderson Marsh - Anderson Marsh State Historic Park - 8825 Highway 53 - Lower Lake, CA http://www.mdscbsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Anderson-Marsh-Highlander-Hike-Info.doc Bald Mountain - Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Road Kenwood, CA http://www.mdscbsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Bald-Mountain-Highlander-Hike-Info.doc Black Diamond - Black Diamond Mines - 5175 Somersville Road Antioch, CA http://www.mdscbsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Black-Diamond-Highlander-Hike-Info.doc Boggs
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